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The Liberal government is holding discussions with the New Democratic Party (NDP) to secure support for the federal budget, according to Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland. The budget, which focuses on housing and addresses challenges faced by millennials and Gen Z, promises to build numerous new homes by 2031. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh has yet to indicate whether his party will support the budget, having criticized it for not addressing corporate greed. Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre has criticized the budget’s spending plans and linked Liberal deficits to rising inflation.

Capital One’s acquisition of Discover Financial Services marks a significant moment for Chicago’s financial landscape, cementing the city’s role as a global hub. This merger brings together two industry pioneers and will create a formidable competitor to Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Capital One’s long-standing commitment to the community is evident in their investment in Discover’s Chatham Customer Care Center, support for local nonprofits, and focus on community development lending. As Chicago’s financial powerhouse, Capital One-Discover will continue to drive innovation, competition, and community engagement, shaping the future of the industry.

President Biden’s $7 billion Earth Day scheme to fund residential solar projects has faced criticism for potentially benefiting China. Critics argue that the grants will go against the Inflation Reduction Act, which aims to boost US manufacturing in clean energy. They also note that Chinese-made solar panels are significantly cheaper than their US counterparts, and China produces 80% of global solar panels.

The Manhattan District Attorney’s office has accused former President Donald Trump of orchestrating a criminal conspiracy to influence the 2016 presidential election. Trump’s attorneys claim he is innocent and that the charges are baseless. The trial is expected to center on a hush money deal that prosecutors allege was part of a cover-up. Opening statements have been delivered, and jurors have heard from the prosecution’s first witness.

In the first criminal trial of a former president, Manhattan prosecutors argue that Donald Trump engaged in a conspiracy to subvert the 2016 election, while defense attorneys deny the charges and question prosecution witnesses.

In a historic trial, prosecutors have accused former President Trump of orchestrating a criminal conspiracy to influence the 2016 election and conceal evidence. Trump’s defense attorneys, however, portray the case as politically motivated and without merit. The trial is expected to feature testimony from key witnesses, including Michael Cohen and Stormy Daniels.

Former President Donald Trump is set to receive an additional 36 million shares of Trump Media, worth over $1.25 billion, as an earnout bonus. This is contingent on the benchmark minimum share price of $17.50 being hit for 20 trading days within a 30 trading-day period, which it is expected to meet. When added to his existing shares, Trump’s total stake will be worth over $4 billion. The earnout is part of Trump Media’s merger deal with Digital World Acquisition Corp. Trump Media’s share price has fluctuated since its debut in March, currently trading around 50% lower.

AMC Networks is pinning its Emmy hopes on its post-apocalyptic universe expansions with submissions for ‘Daryl Dixon,’ ‘Dead City,’ and ‘The Ones Who Live.’ The network is also vying for recognition in various categories for its other projects, including ‘Monsieur Spade,’ ‘Parish,’ ‘Dark Winds,’ and ‘Planet Earth III.’

The Congress party’s Nyay Patra manifesto for 2024 aims to tackle society’s pressing issues, including unemployment, rising prices, suppression of civil liberties, and the deterioration of public institutions. Critics, however, have misrepresented the manifesto as radical redistribution, prompting Prime Minister Modi to issue a dog whistle against the party. The manifesto emphasizes equitable representation and opportunities for disadvantaged groups. It advocates for a Socio Economic and Caste Census (SECC) to provide evidence-based data on social and economic disparities. The Congress party has a history of inclusiveness and incrementalism, from the Green Revolution to financial inclusion. The manifesto proposes reasonable measures to address inequality while considering the needs of all sections of society.

Kerala’s electoral history has been marked by unique patterns and trends. From the first non-Congress government in 1957 to the alternating rule of Left Democratic Front (LDF) and Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF), the state has shown a high degree of political competitiveness. Despite the emergence of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Kerala remains a predominantly secular stronghold, with a preference for alternating between the UDF and LDF in assembly elections. However, in Lok Sabha polls, the UDF has had a consistent advantage. This unique voting behavior reflects the pragmatic and ideology-driven nature of Malayali voters, who have favored secular alliances and kept the BJP at bay.